2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1660 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Marcos | Ford |
| Model | TSO | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3505 mm |
